Lee, a 26-year-old right-handed reliever, was recalled from Triple-A Toledo to take the spot of starting pitcher Keider Montero. He’ll be in the Detroit Tigers bullpen on Tuesday when they face the San Diego Padres at Comerica Park.

Chase Lee's baseball story got a serious plot twist Tuesday when the 26-year-old was summoned to the big leagues for the first time.

One of the best Alabama baseball relievers in recent memory is headed to Major League Baseball. Chase Lee, who has the Crimson Tide's career record low for earned run average among relievers, was called up by the Detroit Tigers in a move officially announced Tuesday.